Registered Nurse Clinical Educator - Surgical Services

Trinity Health

8d•$43 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Educator is responsible for designing, evaluating, revising, and implementing new and current nursing education program needs and new hire orientation. Our educational professionals act as both advisers, role models and mentors for the staff, assisting them in their journeys from novice to expert. They exhibit exceptional leadership qualities, have excellent communication abilities and have in-depth, comprehensive knowledge in their field of expertise. In addition, the education team assists with quality improvement, data collection and supply chain management.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
Master’s degree with a major in nursing from an accredited program required or must be actively enrolled in a program.
Minimum of four years’ nursing experience in required, with recent practice in the Operating Room or Post-Anesthesia Care Unit.
Recent formal and informal clinical and teaching experience.
Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Maintains all licensures and certifications according to NYS regulations and specialty area requirements.
Participates in continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Participates in educational conferences and updates and maintains professional knowledge and skills related to areas of responsibility.
Acquires and maintains skills that are necessary to support the philosophy of patient centered care.
General computer knowledge preferred.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills is required.
BLS is required.

Nice To Haves

Specialty credentialing & educational degree according to clinical practice specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for collaboration, communication & facilitation of clinical education and orientation in area of expertise.
Prepare, deliver and supervise global and unit specific clinical education.
Maintain proficiency in area of expertise and support continuous skill development and training for staff.
Assist with ongoing competency and preceptor education.
Consult to recommend best practice.
Participates in monitoring quality metrics specific to the department or specialty.
Ensures quality care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York State, National Standards of Practice, and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.